California Plum Crisp

Dive into the irresistible flavors of California Plum Crisp, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tart, juicy plums with a buttery, golden oat topping. This recipe celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe California plums, enhanced with a touch of cinnamon and fresh lemon juice for a vibrant flavor profile. Topped with a crunchy blend of rolled oats, brown sugar, and cold butter, this crisp bakes to perfection in just 35 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive treat. Whether enjoyed warm on its own or paired with a creamy scoop of vanilla ice cream, this comforting dessert is ideal for any gathering or as a sweet ending to your day. Try this simple, satisfying recipe and savor the taste of California sunshine in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium-sized (pitted and sliced) California plums
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 0.5 cup (packed) Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for topping)
• 6 tablespoons (cold and cubed) Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pint Vanilla ice cream (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced plums, granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons of flour, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Toss well to coat the fruit evenly.

Step 3

Transfer the plum mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 4

In another mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, 1/2 cup of flour, and salt. Mix well with a fork.

Step 5

Add the cold, cubed butter to the oat mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 6

Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the plums in the baking dish, covering the fruit completely.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.

Step 8

Remove the crisp from the oven and let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1254.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2844.2

Total Fat 128.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 393.9mg	0%
Sodium 1004.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 278.1g
Protein 36.2g	0%

Vitamin D 71.7IU	0%
Calcium 760.5mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2005.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 55.4%